Cricket South Africa on Friday afternoon announced that Hilton Moreeng is stepping down as head coach of the Proteas Women’s team.
Speculation regarding Moreeng’s future has been rife since last year’s Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup in the country, where the Proteas reached the final and were beaten by Australia.
Moreeng has been in charge of the Proteas since 2012, and according to reports last year, a number of senior players were said to be keen for fresh ideas.
With Moreeng’s contract coming to an end, CSA must also have thought it was the right time to make the change. His assistant coach Dillon du Preez will serve as interim coach before a permanent appointment is made.
Speaking in a statement released by Cricket South Africa on Friday, Moreeng said: “I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to CSA and management for entrusting me with the incredible opportunity to coach the Proteas Women national team.
“It has been an honour and a privilege to lead such a talented group of athletes over the years.
Commenting, CSA Director of Cricket, Enoch Nkwe said: "I have the honour of expressing CSA’s gratitude to Hilton for his exceptional contributions to women's cricket in South Africa over the last decade, with his tenure marked by numerous historic moments.
“We convey our profound appreciation for his unwavering dedication and exemplary leadership, acknowledging his instrumental role in shaping the professionalisation of women's cricket in the country.”
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